Books with title Blue Wizard, The

The once-peaceful land of Embria now suffers under the occupation of cruel conquerors. Enchantress Maura Woodbury has spent her young life trying to avoid their notice at all costs. Until her wizard guardian reveals that she has been chosen to seek and waken a legendary warrior who is destined to free their people. First she must procure an ancient map which will reveal The Waiting King’s resting place. Since Maura’s journey will lead her into dangerous territory, she is forced to accept a magic-wary outlaw as her escort. But can she trust a man like Rath Talward…or will he prove an even greater threat to her quest?“In her first crossover foray into fantasy, romance writer Hale (Beauty and the Baron) nicely blends the two genres in an upbeat, feel-good story.” - Publisher’s Weekly“Although Hale is renowned for her works of historical romance, she has succeeded in writing a very readable high fantasy with powerful romantic undercurrents. Fast-paced and emotionally riveting, The Wizard's Ward will appeal not only to Hale's throngs of romance followers but also to fans of Patricia A. McKillip's and Juliet Marillier's folklore-powered fantasy novels.” - Paul Goat Allen, Barnes and Noble “The Wizard’s Ward is an engaging tale, not to be missed, especially by anyone who’s previously enjoyed Ms. Hale’s superior writing." - The Old Book Barn Gazette “Fans of Deborah Hale are sure to enjoy The Wizard’s Ward, and I have no doubt that lovers of fantasy romance will eagerly accept Ms. Hale into their fold!” - Courtney Bowden, Romance Reviews TodayQueen's Quest Trilogy:Book 1 - The Wizard's WardBook 2 - The Waiting KingBook 3 - The Destined QueenBook 4 - The Fugitive's Fate (Prequel Novella)These books contain no graphic violence or physical intimacy. They are suitable for teens as well as more mature readers.Within days of hearing that her publisher was planning to launch a new fantasy imprint, Deborah Hale called her editor and submitted a proposal. Fantasy novels by J.R. R. Tolkein, Ursula LeGuin and Lloyd Alexander had first inspired her to become a writer. Deborah was delighted to be offered a contract for two connected books and thrilled to be the first Harlequin author to write for the Luna imprint! Recently Deborah regained the publishing rights to those books and has revised the stories into a trilogy that she hopes will appeal to an even wider audience.

Bedtime stories for children age 4-8.These are stories of adventure and magic for children aged 4-8. A first time reader with 128 pages and 105 high quality illustrations.A suitable fifth grade book designed to promote reading comprehension.Titch and Mitch are two pixies who get shipwrecked on an island where they discover a whole new world of adventure, danger and wonderful new friends.The Blue Wizard has lost his Singing Kettle! A Singing Kettle that can tell the future, and Wiffen has found it. But the future is not looking good for Titch and Mitch and their friends. The Black Witch is up to her evil tricks again, and this time she has kidnapped Lucinda, a pixie princess. Can Titch and Mitch stop her in her tracks? Another 'Titch and Mitch' story from best-selling author Garth Edwards.This is the fifth book in the series and contains five stories that will delight children and help them develop a love for books.

The wizard, watchful, waits alone within his tower of cold gray stone and ponders in his wicked way what evil deeds he'll do this day.What do you think the wizard is planning to do? Conjure a magic spell? Turn a frog into a flea? Fill a cauldron with bubbling brew?You may think you know . . . but watch out. Because if the wizard is bored, he may come looking for you!

The wizard, watchful, waits alone within his tower of cold gray stone and ponders in his wicked way what evil deeds he'll do this day.What do you think the wizard is planning to do? Conjure a magic spell? Turn a frog into a flea? Fill a cauldron with bubbling brew?You may think you know . . . but watch out. Because if the wizard is bored, he may come looking for you!

The Blue Wizard "I see a person coming this way... she's wearing a long black cape... and a pointed hat. She's looking for two pixies, a turkey and a dog..." Who was searching for them? Could it be the Black Witch up to her wicked tricks again? This time she has kidnapped Lucinda, a pixie princess. Can Titch and Mitch stop her in her tracks? Dripping wet and covered in toads, rescuing princesses is a tricky business! The Blue Wizard has lost his Singing Kettle! A Singing kettle that can tell the future and Wiffen has found it. But the future is not looking good for Titch and Mitchand their friends. Welcome to the world of Titch and Mitch!

Honor used to seem so clear to Dayven. Now it had faded into shades of gray. Like a wizard’s robe.Dayven has passed the test he wanted most desperately to fail—he’s been proven to have the powers of a wizard.He had promised never to become one of the deceitful, disloyal sorcerers who believe in nothing and alter people’s true destinies—but now he has no choice. Thrown into an apprenticeship with a roguish wizard, Dayven discovers that loyalty and trust are never simple, and wizards are more deceptive than he could ever imagine.The path that was once clear—his friendships, his future, his destiny—is now shadowed with dangerous twists and turns, and the world he knows must change forever.

Dayven has passed the test he wanted most desperately to fail -- he's been proven to have the powers of a wizard.He had promised never to become one of the deceitful, disloyal sorcerers who believe in nothing and alter people's true destinies -- but now he has no choice. Thrown into an apprenticeship with a roguish wizard, Dayven discovers that loyalty and trust are never simple, and wizards are more deceptive than he could ever imagine.The path that was once clear -- his friendships, his future, his destiny -- is now shadowed with dangerous twists and turns, and the world he knows must change forever.

Anthony Browne's mild-mannered chimp teams up with a group of gorilla soccer stars in his first new picture-book appearance in five years. Willy has much to overcome. Not only is he a midget next to his burly teammates, he is convinced that his skill at soccer is due to a pair of magic shoes--which he forgets on the day of the big game! How the irrepressible Willy finds the confidence to lead the gorillas to victory will have everyone cheering. "

Why are there no good snowstorms this year? Because of global warming? Because of El Nino or La Nina? No, there's a simpler explanation-the Blizzard Wizard has lost his snow spell! In this fun story, the Blizzard Wizard tries time and again to create the perfect snowstorm to make children happy. After several failed but funny attempts, he finally finds and casts his missing snow spell―at a most unusual time and place!

Two brothers bound together by affection and responsibility. Jadran is five years older than Josh and huge enough to be nicknamed Giant. Josh is younger, and smaller; but his sweet and stubborn brother thinks in a way that would be more typical of a small child. They are both dealing with changes to their newly blended, Muslim family. So Josh looks after Jadran and they both adjust. When the brothers find an injured young crane, Jadran wants to bring it back to their small apartment and teach it to fly at any cost. And it turns out the cost is high.Intensely moving without ever slipping into sentimentality, The Blue Wings is a warm, love-filled story about fragility, strength, and brotherhood, in all its complications.